1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 57 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Spark (67 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Spark (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Spark 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 40 | Spark |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
