1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 855 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 40 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |