2011 Tesla Roadster vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (333 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Tesla | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadster | Nova |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2830 mm |
