1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 636 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | Omega |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |