1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 804 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1564 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 66 L |
