1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 57 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2007 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
