1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager (361 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 40 | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
