1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 52 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1826 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
