1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 53 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka 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 4 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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, 2003 Ford Ka, 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, 2003 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka 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 | 2003 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
