1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 17 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 370 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.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Omega 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 | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 40 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
