1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1948 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, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 40 | 100 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |