1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 973 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2950 mm |
