1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 61 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1769 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 148 L |