1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 19 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 375 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 40 | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |