2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 339 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Corvette | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
