1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 59 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 873 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 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |
