1950 Austin A135 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A135 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |