1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Saab 900i
To start off, 1988 Saab 900i is newer by 38 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 900i (135 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 900i weights approximately 319 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.
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, 1988 Saab 900i, 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, 1988 Saab 900i (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900i 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 | 1988 Saab 900i | |
Make | Austin | Saab |
Model | A 40 | 900i |
Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |