1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 100 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 Rover 25, 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 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 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 Rover 25 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 40 | 25 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |