1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 46 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 40 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
