1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 390 kg more than 1955 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
