1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40.
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, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 40 | 200 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |