1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 16 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Laser weights approximately 30 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, 1983 Ford Laser, 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, 1983 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Laser 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 | 1983 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2370 mm |
