1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 61 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 380 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, 2012 Lancia Musa, 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, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa 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 | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Musa |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |