1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 50 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 922 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |