1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 56 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1513 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 117 L |
