1957 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A135 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |