1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 480 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
