1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 44 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 904 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1664 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
