1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 53 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 399 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, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 | 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
