1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 1992 Rover 800 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 800 weights approximately 558 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 Rover 800, 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 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 800 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 Rover 800 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 40 | 800 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |