1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 64 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 659 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 1948 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 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion 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 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
