1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 52 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1640 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 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 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 | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3490 mm |
