1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 31 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest, 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest 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 | 1984 Dodge Conquest | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 40 | Conquest |
Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |