1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1995 Rover 600 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 340 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, 1995 Rover 600, 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 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 Rover 600 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 40 | 600 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |