1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 52 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 331 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, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2008 Daewoo Rezzo (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Rezzo 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 | 2008 Daewoo Rezzo | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | A 40 | Rezzo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |