1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 899 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Korando |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |