1951 Austin A vs. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 599 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.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
