1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1990 Ford Telstar is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Telstar weights approximately 269 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |