1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 47 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 308 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon 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 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |