1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 307 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort will offer significantly more control. 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 Escort (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
