1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 759 kg more than 1958 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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40. 1973 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1973 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2930 mm |
