1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Lada 110
To start off, 2004 Lada 110 is newer by 47 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lada 110 (77 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lada 110 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 30 kg more than 2004 Lada 110.
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, 2004 Lada 110, 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, 2004 Lada 110 (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Lada 110 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 | 2004 Lada 110 | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | A 40 | 110 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |