1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 44 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Speedster weights approximately 245 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, 2008 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Speedster 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 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 36 L |
