1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 2001 Holden UTE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvair | UTE |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |