1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 440 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 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster, 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster 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 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Austin | Dacia |
Model | A 40 | Duster |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2673 mm |