1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 644 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 1974 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
