1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 40 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |