1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 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 118 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
