1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1653 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 35 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 35 | Express |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 117 L |