1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 291 kg more than 1948 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 117 L |