1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 160 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.
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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am 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 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |