1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 9 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 505 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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral 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 | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | A 40 | Mistral |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |