1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Ford Ka
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 50 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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, 2003 Ford Ka, 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, 2003 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka 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 | 2003 Ford Ka | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Ka |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |