1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 57 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 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 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 132 L |
