1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 55 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 508 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |