1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 53 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 468 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 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick 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, 2009 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Maverick 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 | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
