1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Daewoo Prince
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Prince is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daewoo Prince is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daewoo Prince (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Prince should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daewoo Prince weights approximately 228 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1997 Daewoo Prince | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 40 | Prince |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
