1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Opel Filo
To start off, 2001 Opel Filo is newer by 53 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Filo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Filo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Filo should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Filo (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Filo 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 | 2001 Opel Filo | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Filo |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
