1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 30 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 123 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 179 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | Leon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
