1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. 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 (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 55 | Express |
Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3440 mm |