1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 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, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1971 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Vega |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 42 L |
