1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 60 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 555 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS 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 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 40 | IS |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |