1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1969 ZAZ 966 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 ZAZ 966. 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, 1967 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Austin | ZAZ |
Model | A 40 | 966 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |