1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 22 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
