1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 46 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 458 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre 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 | 1999 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
