1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 49 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Zagato Zuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Zagato Zuma weights approximately 80 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma, 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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma 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 | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Austin | Zagato |
| Model | A 40 | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
