1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 36 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 1088 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.
Because 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu D-MAX 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 | 2003 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 40 | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3060 mm |
