1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 25 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 635 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1975 Chrysler Sedan | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | Sedan |
Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2930 mm |