1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 218 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
