1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 63 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1754 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.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 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 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |
