1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Sprint
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 30 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint 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 355 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
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, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint, 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Sprint |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |