1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 32 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 420 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 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 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | 6000 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |