1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 126 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
