1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 50 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 871 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire 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 | 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 35 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
