1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 31 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada 2104 (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada 2104 weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Lada 2104 (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 40 | 2104 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |