1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 15 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 125 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, 1982 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra 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 | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
| Model | A 40 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
