1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 310 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |
