1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
