1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 37 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1190 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 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando 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 | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Korando |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |