1961 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 437 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
