1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1973 Datsun Laurel is newer by 11 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun Laurel (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 1015 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, 1973 Datsun Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun Laurel 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 | 1973 Datsun Laurel | |
| Make | Austin | Datsun |
| Model | A 40 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
