1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 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, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 2000 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |