1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 8 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1088 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.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (447 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 40 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
