1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 49 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 1,250 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon 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 120 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon 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 | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 47 L |
