1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 49 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1080 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 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 40 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
