1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 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 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
