1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 64 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1734 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 8032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1971 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3396 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 136 L |
