1952 Austin A vs. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A.
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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
