1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 50 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 194 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 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape 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 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Escape |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |