1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1974 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 24 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Vauxhall Victor (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 170 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 | 1974 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 40 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
