1951 Austin A vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 421 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A | Viper |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
