1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 45 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 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 170 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, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Matiz 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 35 L |
