1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 41 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 625 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.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV 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 | 1994 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | APV |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
