1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 200 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
