1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 63 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 544 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, 2013 Ford Fusion, 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion 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 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |