1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 90 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Beta |
Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |