1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort, 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, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1982 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Escort |
Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |