1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 51 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 604 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. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | A 40 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |