1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1966 Avanti Avanti is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 430 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1966 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | A 40 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
