1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Ford Maverick

To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 62 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 635 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.

Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick 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 2011 Ford Maverick
Make Austin Ford
Model A 40 Maverick
Year Released 1949 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 62 L


 

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