1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 56 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1389 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 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
