1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Sunbeam Rapier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Sunbeam Rapier.
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, 1971 Sunbeam Rapier (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Sunbeam Rapier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1971 Sunbeam Rapier | |
Make | Austin | Sunbeam |
Model | A 40 | Rapier |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |