2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Seat 127
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 127 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1974 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 735 kg more than 1974 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 127. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
