1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 750 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 56 L |
