1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 43 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 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 | 1999 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 40 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1050 mm |
