1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 54 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion xA weights approximately 100 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, 2005 Scion xA, 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, 2005 Scion xA (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Scion xA 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 | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Austin | Scion |
| Model | A 40 | xA |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 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 | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
