1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1961 BMW Isetta is newer by 11 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) has 36 more horse power than 1961 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 606 kg more than 1961 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1961 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 40 | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 13 HP |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1510 mm |
