1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Express |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 117 L |
