1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
