1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 59 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1230 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 117 L |
