1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger.
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, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
