1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Florian is newer by 28 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Florian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Florian (98 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Florian weights approximately 55 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Isuzu Florian (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Florian 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 | 1978 Isuzu Florian | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | A 40 | Florian |
Year Released | 1950 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |