1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1952 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1954 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | A 40 | 100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
