1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1991 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 34 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Astra 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 220 kg more than 1991 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1957 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1991 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 40 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
