1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1961 Austin A 40
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 582 kg more than 1961 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1961 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Javelin | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 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 | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
