1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 51 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 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 40 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, 2002 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 2002 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Lanos 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 | 2002 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 40 | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
