1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 690 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
| Model | Corvette | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 25 L |
