1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 60 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |