1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 705 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |
