1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 22 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 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Firenza weights approximately 24 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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 | 1972 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 40 | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
