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 |