1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 21 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
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 Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |