1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |