1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 55 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), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam 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 10 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam 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 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Bantam |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
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 | 49 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |