1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 682 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Nova | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
