1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 1992 Lexus SC is newer by 38 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 592 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC 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 | 1992 Lexus SC | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 40 | SC |
Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1622 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |