1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba 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 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1060 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 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba 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 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2930 mm |
