1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1123 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Traverse, 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 Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
