1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 37 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1950 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra 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 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1950 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |