1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 45 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1295 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.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3350 mm |