1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 60 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1064 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 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |