1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 670 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, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal 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 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
