1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 27 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 762 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.
Because 1966 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 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 | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | A 40 | 800 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |
