1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 36 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Talon weights approximately 200 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, 1990 Eagle Talon, 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, 1990 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Talon 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 | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Austin | Eagle |
| Model | A 40 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
