1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 400 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1984 Buick Electra | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | Electra |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |