1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
