1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2013 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 62 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1753 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 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2013 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln Navigator 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 | 2013 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 40 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1988 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |
