1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1987 Ford Aerostar is newer by 34 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Aerostar (88 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 378 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, 1987 Ford Aerostar (160 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
