1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 45 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 SsangYong Musso (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 789 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 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso 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 | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Musso |
Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |