1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1987 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fiesta (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1987 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2300 mm |