1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 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 222 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 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 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Austin | Ginetta |
Model | A 40 | G34 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1050 mm |