1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 34 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 240 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 40 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
