1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Korando |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |