1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 36 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 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 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 40 | 200 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |