1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 35 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Nova 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 292 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 40 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
