1947 Austin 16 vs. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 95 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 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 | 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 16 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1947 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |