1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 58 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1913 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 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 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 | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Austin | Hummer |
| Model | A 40 | H2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 121 L |
