1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2004 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 54 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 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1785 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 2004 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2004 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Avanti Studebaker 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 | 2004 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | A 40 | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3410 mm |
