1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. 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 Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90. 2006 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Express |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |