1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Altea. (201 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Altea |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |