1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 669 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey 100. (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | 100 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 109 L | 75 L |