1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 725 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 30 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
