1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 39 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 90 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, 1989 Rover Montego, 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego 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 | 1989 Rover Montego | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 40 | Montego |
Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |