1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 52 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 632 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1664 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
