1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 752 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
