1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3650 mm |