1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 334 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
