1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 354 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 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Centura 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 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
