1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 41 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 830 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |