1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1019 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 55 | Express |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2141 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 |