1957 Austin A135 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A135 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |