1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (180 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1976 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 30 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2500 mm |
