1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1954 Chrysler Windsor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 930 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1954 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Windsor |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
