1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 48 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1949 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 40 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
