1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 58 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 519 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 129 L |
