1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 39 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 1244 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, 2006 Isuzu KB (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB 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 | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | KB |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 76 L |
