1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 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 167 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 Austin A 135. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 135 | Express |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3940 mm |
