1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 9 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
