1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1949 Chevrolet 2103
To start off, 1953 Austin A 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Chevrolet 2103. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Chevrolet 2103 would be higher. At 3,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Chevrolet 2103 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Chevrolet 2103 (90 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Chevrolet 2103 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Chevrolet 2103 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1949 Chevrolet 2103 | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | 2103 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |