1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 489 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 63 L |
