1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 56 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
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, 2006 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2006 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
