1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 Austin A 60
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 60 (39 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (87 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1962 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 40 | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
