1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 55 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster 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 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Austin | Dacia |
Model | A 40 | Duster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2673 mm |