1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3130 mm |
