1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 38 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper 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 | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
