1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
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, 2009 Smart ForTwo (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | A 40 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 33 L |