1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 61 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Delta weights approximately 460 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 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, 2011 Lancia Delta, 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta 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 | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Delta |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |