1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1967 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1967 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 340 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 1967 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
