1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 756 kg more than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Corvette | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2110 mm |
