1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 575 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Impala | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
