1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 685 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
