1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 43 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 439 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire 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 | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2740 mm |