1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Lada 2123
To start off, 2005 Lada 2123 is newer by 50 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 2123 (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 296 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 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2005 Lada 2123 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 2123 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 | 2005 Lada 2123 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 40 | 2123 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |