1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 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 322 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 820 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 30 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |