1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Holden UTE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | UTE |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |