1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 43 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 287 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, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Beretta 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 | 1995 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
