1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 613 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 87 L |