1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 56 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
