1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 36 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Voyager 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 | 1992 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 40 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
