1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 480 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |