1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Audi Fox
To start off, 1975 Audi Fox is newer by 8 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi Fox (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi Fox weights approximately 152 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, 1975 Audi Fox, 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, 1975 Audi Fox (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi Fox 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 | 1975 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 40 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
