1978 Seat 127 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 772 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 127 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2685 mm |
