1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1968 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 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 | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 81 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 | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
