1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 560 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 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 40 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
