1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1589 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Express |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
