1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 29 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 942 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 40 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
