1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 276 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Seat Ibiza
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Corvette Ibiza
Year Released 1964 2012
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 45 L