1981 Seat 127 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Seat 127 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 815 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 127 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2950 mm |
