1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 269 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
Make | Austin | Eagle |
Model | A 40 | Summit |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2470 mm |