1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Korando |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |