1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1991 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 25 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 834 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 1991 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1991 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Isuzu Trooper 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 | 1991 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
