1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 3 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 114 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 606 kg more than 1958 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
