1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 455 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
