1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 42 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 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 | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Austin | Tatra |
| Model | A 40 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
