1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1963 Zastava 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Zastava 1300 (53 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 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, 1963 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1963 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Austin | Zastava |
Model | A 40 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |