1973 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 483 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1600 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 430 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
