1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1992 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | Viper |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |