1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1958 Ford Zodiac is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 142 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |