1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1980 Reliant GTC is newer by 18 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 530 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC 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 | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
Make | Austin | Reliant |
Model | A 40 | GTC |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 91 L |