1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 61 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
