1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 55 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 537 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 686 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 754 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |