1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 525 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |