1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 989 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |
