1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 26 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 554 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 1966 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit 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 | 1992 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 40 | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
