1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 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 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 40 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
