1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 135 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2450 mm |