1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 854 kg more than 1959 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 40 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2960 mm |