1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1966 Riley Kestrel is newer by 16 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, 1966 Riley Kestrel (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Riley Kestrel should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Riley Kestrel, 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1966 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Austin | Riley |
Model | A 40 | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 25 L |