1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1979 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 25 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra 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 175 kg more than 1979 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Vauxhall Astra 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 | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | Astra |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |