1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Ascona (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Ascona weights approximately 164 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Ascona 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 | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
