1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Dodge Omni
To start off, 1988 Dodge Omni is newer by 34 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Omni (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1988 Dodge Omni.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Omni, 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, 1988 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Omni 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 | 1988 Dodge Omni | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 40 | Omni |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |