1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 50 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 60 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith 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 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 40 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
