1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 41 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 440 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 40 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2620 mm |
