1951 Austin A vs. 2000 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 533 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2000 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
