1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1968 Opel GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Opel GT.
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, 1968 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | GT |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |