1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1950 Austin A 40
To start off, 1953 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 83 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1950 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 40 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
