1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Ford Probe
To start off, 1989 Ford Probe is newer by 39 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Probe weights approximately 280 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.
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, 1989 Ford Probe, 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, 1989 Ford Probe (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Probe 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 | 1989 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
