1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 500 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | KB |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |