1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 435 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |