2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Seat 131
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 131 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 287 more horse power than 1975 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 555 kg more than 1975 Seat 131. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 131. (95 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | 131 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
