1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 57 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 80 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, 2009 Lada Kalina, 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, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina 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 | 2009 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 40 | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
