1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 180 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1954 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |