1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
