1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 40 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
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, 1964 Austin A 40 (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Austin | Willys-Overland |
| Model | A 40 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2110 mm |
