1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 1977 Talbot Horizon is newer by 27 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Talbot Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Talbot Horizon (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Talbot Horizon 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 21 kg more than 1977 Talbot Horizon.
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, 1977 Talbot Horizon, 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, 1977 Talbot Horizon (101 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Talbot Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1977 Talbot Horizon | |
Make | Austin | Talbot |
Model | A 40 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1950 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |