1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1967 Ford Fairlane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (202 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 696 kg more than 1966 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1967 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 125 L |
