1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 48 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 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 10 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 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 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Austin | Noble |
Model | A 40 | M12 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |