1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 53 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 904 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
