1949 Austin 16 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 258 kg more than 1949 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 16 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1538 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |