1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 930 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2013 Chrysler 300 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. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | 300 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3052 mm |