1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2003 Kia Amanti is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Kia Amanti. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Amanti weights approximately 448 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Amanti, 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
