1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 267 kg more than 1954 Austin A 135. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 135 | Express |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |