1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Mahindra Bolero
To start off, 1999 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 32 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 2,521 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mahindra Bolero (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra Bolero should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 940 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, 1999 Mahindra Bolero (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra Bolero 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 | 1999 Mahindra Bolero | |
| Make | Austin | Mahindra |
| Model | A 40 | Bolero |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1700 kg |
