1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 41 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 17 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 246 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | CRX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
