1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 46 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 121 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | HR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |