1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 1992 Skoda L is newer by 31 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 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Skoda L (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Skoda L weights approximately 125 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, 1992 Skoda L (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Skoda L 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 | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | A 40 | L |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
