1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 51 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40. 2007 Ford E-250 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. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |