1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 41 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1138 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 55 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |