1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40.
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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 40 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
