1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1999 Eagle Talon is newer by 33 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Eagle Talon weights approximately 658 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, 1999 Eagle Talon, 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, 1999 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Eagle Talon 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 | 1999 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Austin | Eagle |
| Model | A 40 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
