1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1230 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 Rodius 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 Rodius 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 Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 Rodius | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 40 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
