1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Innocenti Koral
To start off, 1992 Innocenti Koral is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Innocenti Koral (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Innocenti Koral should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Innocenti Koral.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Innocenti Koral, 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, 1959 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti Koral. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1992 Innocenti Koral | |
Make | Austin | Innocenti |
Model | A 40 | Koral |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2160 mm |