1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2003 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 50 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 538 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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid 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 | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
