1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 42 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1095 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 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 132 L |
