1972 AMC Matador vs. 1951 Austin A 40
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 764 kg more than 1951 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 Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Matador | 1951 Austin A 40 | |
Make | AMC | Austin |
Model | Matador | A 40 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |