1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 42 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (231 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 425 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.
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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (357 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 40 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
