1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1973 Ford Capri is newer by 20 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Capri weights approximately 30 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, 1973 Ford Capri (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Capri 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 | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
