1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Rageous 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Rageous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (312 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Rageous should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 1328 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, 1999 Pontiac Rageous (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Rageous 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 Pontiac Rageous | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | Rageous |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2970 mm |