1963 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 90 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 75 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 656 kg more than 1963 Austin A 90. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 90 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 90 | Express |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |
