1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1958 Austin A 40
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 40 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1958 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 948 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 26 L |
