1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | 100 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 635 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |