1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 23 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 773 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra 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 | 1976 Buick Electra | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | Electra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |