1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1966 Austin A 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 133 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40.
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, 1957 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Austin A 40 | 1957 Opel Record | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 40 | Record |
Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |