1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 645 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 40 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2860 mm |