1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1429 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 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
