1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 44 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 665 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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
