1961 Austin A vs. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 889 kg more than 1961 Austin A. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A | 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A | Caprice |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |