1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1960 Austin A 40
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1960 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Javelin | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 26 L |
