1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 562 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 62 L |