1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1982 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 21 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 90 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, 1982 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Skoda Rapid R 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 | 1982 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 40 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 47 L |
