1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 362 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 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | 993 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |