1974 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
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 Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 714 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Vega. 1974 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Vega | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Vega | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
