1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 130 kg more than 1951 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:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
