1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 32 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 977 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 40 | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
