1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3350 mm |
