1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 402 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire 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 | 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
