1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
