1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1570 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.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3440 mm |