1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 43 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 280 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, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar 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 | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |