1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 7445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |