1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 56 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 24 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion 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 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |