1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 35 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 524 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.
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, 1996 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Prowler 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 | 1996 Plymouth Prowler | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 40 | Prowler |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |