1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 51 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1025 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier 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 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | Rainier |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 387 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |