1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1961 Vauxhall Velox is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 205 kg more than 1954 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | Velox |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |