1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 30 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1163 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 40 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |