1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
