1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1975 Seat 124 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 569 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Seat 124 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | 124 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |