1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1510 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3350 mm |