1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 94 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |