1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 534 kg more than 1953 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
