1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 56 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Delta weights approximately 400 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 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, 2011 Lancia Delta, 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta 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 | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Austin | Lancia |
Model | A 40 | Delta |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |