1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1982 Dodge 600 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Dodge 600, 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, 1982 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
