1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 763 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 75 L |
