1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP) has 345 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 469 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
