1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 538 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada 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 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Granada |
Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2780 mm |