1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 34 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 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 65 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
