1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 40 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2740 mm |
