1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 57 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), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1394 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 129 L |
