1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 381 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 60 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
