1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 384 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1972 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 40 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
