1951 Austin A vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 864 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 Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 4800 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |