1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 40 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 788 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 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier 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 | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 40 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 83 L |
