1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 345 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus 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 Focus | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Focus |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |