1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1435 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Express |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
