1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 697 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
