1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 701 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |