1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1962 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, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 40 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |