1971 Seat 1500 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1971 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 364 kg more than 1971 Seat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 1500 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1500 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
