1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 40 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:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 98 L |
