1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 47 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 105 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
