1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 29 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 600 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1590 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 |