2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Seat 600

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet Corvette 1960 Seat 600
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Corvette 600
Year Released 2003 1960
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5970 cc 598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2010 mm


 

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