1947 Austin 16 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 1947 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 16 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1947 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |