1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | 1609 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |