1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 52 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 2,444 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 440 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra 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 | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
