1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 38 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 450 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.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Voyager 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 | 1988 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 104 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
