1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1993 Infiniti G20 is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 278 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, 1993 Infiniti G20, 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, 1993 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti G20 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 | 1993 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 40 | G20 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
