1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1814 kg more than 1956 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 Ram (509 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
