1961 Austin A vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 437 kg more than 1961 Austin A. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
