1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 2002 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 37 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 ZAZ Slavuta (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 ZAZ Slavuta should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 40 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta.
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, 2002 ZAZ Slavuta, 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, 1965 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 2002 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Austin | ZAZ |
| Model | A 40 | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2330 mm |
