1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 600 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder weights approximately 27 kg more than 1955 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Sidewinder |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
