1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 57 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |