1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 61 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 438 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.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 51 L |
