1947 Austin A 40 vs. 1947 Ford Pilot
To start off, both 1947 Austin A 40 and 1947 Ford Pilot were released in the same year (1947). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Ford Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Ford Pilot (85 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 40. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Ford Pilot should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Ford Pilot weights approximately 487 kg more than 1947 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 40 | 1947 Ford Pilot | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 114 km/hour | 127 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
