1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 55 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3650 mm |
