1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 63 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1045 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Rexton |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 78 L |