1954 Austin A vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A | CHALLENGER |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5023 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1449 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
