1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 308 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 40 | Conquest |
Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |