1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 615 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1974 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |