1945 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 240 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1945 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1945 Austin 16 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Austin Chevrolet
Model 16 Corvette
Year Released 1945 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2200 cc 5665 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 483 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 117 L


 

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