1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 31 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, 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 Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort 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 | 1990 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Escort |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2510 mm |