1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2003 Saturn L is newer by 38 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 560 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, 2003 Saturn L, 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, 2003 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L 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 | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | A 40 | L |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 59 L |
