1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 990 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 40 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 129 L |
