1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 50 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1163 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |