1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger
To start off, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Sunbeam Tiger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Sunbeam Tiger should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Sunbeam Tiger weights approximately 170 kg more than 1949 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 Austin A 40 | 1965 Sunbeam Tiger | |
| Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
| Model | A 40 | Tiger |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 27 L |
