1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 43 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 375 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1993 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Mondeo 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 | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
