1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1983 Ford Meteor is newer by 27 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor, 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 Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 1983 Ford Meteor 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. 1983 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Meteor |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |