1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 55 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 40 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
