1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2002 Smart ForFour is newer by 47 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour 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 60 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour.
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, 2002 Smart ForFour, 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, 2002 Smart ForFour (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForFour 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 | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | A 40 | ForFour |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |