1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1983 Ford Tempo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Tempo (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Tempo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Tempo, 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, 1983 Ford Tempo (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 1983 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 1983 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |
