1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1963 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens, 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | Carens |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |