1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 7 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 2,375 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 374 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Corvair |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |