1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 51 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Rezzo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 587 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, 2010 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2010 Daewoo Rezzo (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Rezzo 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 | 2010 Daewoo Rezzo | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | A 40 | Rezzo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |