1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 825 kg more than 1964 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |