1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 24 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 560 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.
Because 1964 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 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 | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 40 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
