1947 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 340 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 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 | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
