1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 37 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1310 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 1989 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, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5732 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |