1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1546 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 35 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 129 L |
