1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 930 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |