1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 39 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 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 618 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 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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 | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
