1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 32 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta, 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta 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 | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
