1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 13 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
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, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall VX4 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 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |