1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Lada Samara
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara is newer by 38 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Samara 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 110 kg more than 1993 Lada Samara.
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, 1993 Lada Samara, 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, 1993 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Samara 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 | 1993 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 40 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
