1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 48 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |