1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 54 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1353 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram 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 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 132 L |
