1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 56 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2041 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35. 2012 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| 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 | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 129 L |
