1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 638 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang 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 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 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 | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |