1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Lada 110
To start off, 2001 Lada 110 is newer by 46 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lada 110 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lada 110 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 10 kg more than 2001 Lada 110.
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, 2001 Lada 110, 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, 2001 Lada 110 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lada 110 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 | 2001 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 40 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 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 | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
