1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (129 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 225 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo, 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, 1992 Ford Tempo (204 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1992 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
