1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 140 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |