1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 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 1,930 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 520 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, 1995 Lancia Delta, 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, 1995 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta 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 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 40 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 61 L |
