1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 465 kg more than 1956 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |