1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 58 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 608 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 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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 | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 40 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
