1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 48 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa, 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, 2002 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Corsa 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |