1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco (260 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 310 kg more than 1951 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, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco (273 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm). This means 1976 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 40 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 93 L |
