1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 928 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 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 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 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 40 | X1 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |