1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 693 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Austin | Lotec |
| Model | A 40 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 742 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1650 kg |
