1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1974 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1974 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Austin | Monteverdi |
| Model | A 40 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
