1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Lotec Sirius
To start off, 2001 Lotec Sirius is newer by 39 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lotec Sirius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1149 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec Sirius should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec Sirius weights approximately 520 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, 2001 Lotec Sirius (1,346 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec Sirius 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 | 2001 Lotec Sirius | |
| Make | Austin | Lotec |
| Model | A 40 | Sirius |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 1185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 1346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
