1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 54 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1111 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |