1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 54 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1413 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 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 | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 132 L |
