1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Express |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
