1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 452 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Chevrolet |
Model | 100 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 437 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |