1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 1974 Ford Coin is newer by 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Coin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Coin (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Coin should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Coin (146 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Coin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Coin |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
