1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Seat 127
To start off, 1972 Seat 127 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1972 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 824 kg more than 1972 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Seat 127, 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Seat 127 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | 127 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |