1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1103 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 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 40 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
