1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis is newer by 53 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 895 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis 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 | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |