1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 980 kg more than 1949 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 6710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |
