1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 46 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1142 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 40 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
