1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1971 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini 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, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1971 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
Model | A 40 | GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |