1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1949 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1949 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |