1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 203 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Vauxhall Velox (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | Velox |
Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |