1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 62 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 643 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 1949 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
