1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, 1994 Ford Laser is newer by 40 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Laser 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 25 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser.
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, 1994 Ford Laser, 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, 1994 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1994 Ford Laser | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Laser |
Year Released | 1954 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |