1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Y10 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Y10, 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, 1989 Lancia Y10 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Y10 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |