1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 56 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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 | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
| Make | Austin | Italdesign |
| Model | A 40 | Visconti |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
