1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
