1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 30 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo 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 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Tempo |
Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |