1951 Austin A vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A | Express |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 117 L |