1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 770 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
