1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | A 40 | A 35 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 26 L |