1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |
