1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 438 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | HHR |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4483 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1588 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |