1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 11 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 778 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal 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 | 1977 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
