1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,998 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 302 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40.
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, 1995 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 7998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2450 mm |
