1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Laser is newer by 39 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 118 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.
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, 1992 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1992 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Laser 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 | 1992 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 40 | Laser |
Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |