1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 41 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 109 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.
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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon 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 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 40 | Neon |
Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |