1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 46 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 423 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |