1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 50 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 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 | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Austin | Ginetta |
| Model | A 40 | G34 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1050 mm |
