1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 22 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 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.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 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 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 40 | 400 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2420 mm |