1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 794 kg more than 1958 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40. 1975 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
