1961 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 293 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
