1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 52 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 230 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, 2004 Rover 45, 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, 2004 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 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 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 40 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
