1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 31 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 970 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 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth 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 | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |
