1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 25 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 92 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, 1992 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Skoda Rapid R 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 | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 40 | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 47 L |