1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 55 | 300 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |