1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 295 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 Opel Tigra, 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 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra 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 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
