1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 50 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 505 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, 2001 Rover 75, 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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 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 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 40 | 75 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |