1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1999 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 841 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 1999 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1999 Chrysler Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 35 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 7986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
