1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1314 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 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 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 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3050 mm |
