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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 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 1200 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 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 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |