1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 1950 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre weights approximately 154 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | 2-Litre | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
