1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 888 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2006 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
