1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report

To start off, 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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 2,999 cc, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 752 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus Minority Report (417 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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 Lexus Minority Report
Make Austin Lexus
Model A 40 Minority Report
Year Released 1951 2002
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1200 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 49 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 417 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1742 kg
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2680 mm


 

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