1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Newport is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1962 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 40 | Newport |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3020 mm |