1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 49 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 ZAZ Wagon 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 285 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
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, 2004 ZAZ Wagon, 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, both vehicles can yield 79 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | ZAZ |
| Model | A 40 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
