1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Zastava 132
To start off, 1977 Zastava 132 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Zastava 132 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1956 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, 1977 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1977 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1977 Zastava 132 | |
Make | Austin | Zastava |
Model | A 40 | 132 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |