1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 34 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 410 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, 1985 Buick Electra, 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra 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 | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
