1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1961 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 55 | Express |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
