1972 Austin 1800 vs. 1965 Austin A 40
To start off, 1972 Austin 1800 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin 1800 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin 1800, 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, 1972 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 1965 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 1800 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 29 L |
