1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Sprint
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 23 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 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Because 1961 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Sprint 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 | 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Sprint |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2260 mm |
