1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Lada 111
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 38 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada 111 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada 111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 285 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, 1999 Lada 111, 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, 1999 Lada 111 (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lada 111 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 | 1999 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A 40 | 111 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
