1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |