1950 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 461 kg more than 1950 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | Express |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
