1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 51 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 2 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, 2000 Lada Samara II, 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, 2000 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II 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 | 2000 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 40 | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| 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 | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
