2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
