1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 42 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 684 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 40 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |