1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 225 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.
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, 1998 Ford Telstar, 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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar 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 | 1998 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
