1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Isuzu Stylus
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Stylus 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Stylus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Stylus should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Stylus weights approximately 55 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, 1990 Isuzu Stylus, 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, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Stylus 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 Isuzu Stylus | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Stylus |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
