1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Opel Rekord is newer by 19 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 35 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, 1973 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Rekord 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 | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |