1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 27 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 679 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
