1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 295 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2620 mm |