1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 695 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
