1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 60 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1074 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.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex 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 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
