1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Saab 99
To start off, 1972 Saab 99 is newer by 5 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Saab 99 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Saab 99 weights approximately 390 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, 1972 Saab 99, 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, 1972 Saab 99 (167 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Saab 99 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 | 1972 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Austin | Saab |
| Model | A 40 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 62 L |
