1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 29 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 942 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |