1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 112 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 95 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |