1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 62 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka 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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Ka |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |