1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 63 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1563 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |