1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Delta 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 | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Delta |
Year Released | 1948 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |