1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra is newer by 56 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Tigra (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 295 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, 2007 Opel Tigra, 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, 2007 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Tigra 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 | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
