1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1296 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 70 | Express |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 117 L |
