1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1954 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3440 mm |