1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 44 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 800 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 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 40 | Bravada |
Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |