2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Ford Popular
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1962 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 784 kg more than 1962 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Popular |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
