1951 Austin A vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 58 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 2009 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A | Express |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 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 |