1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 18 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona 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 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Ascona |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |