1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1993 Opel Frontera is newer by 39 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Frontera weights approximately 609 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 1993 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Frontera 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 | 1993 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
