1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 30 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 740 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.
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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
