1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 54 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Corsa 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |