1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 Opel Kapitan
To start off, both 1961 Austin A 40 and 1961 Opel Kapitan were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,603 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 145 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1961 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
