1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1967 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Saab 96 (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Saab 96 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Saab 96, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Saab 96 (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 40 | 96 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 38 L |
