1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 746 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 59 L |