1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 49 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 754 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 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick 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 | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 62 L |
