1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 27 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 100 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.
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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega, 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega 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 | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 40 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
