1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 635 kg more than 1961 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, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 40 | Cambridge |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |
