1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 15 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1124 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate 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 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 40 | Estate |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2950 mm |