1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Ford Think Neighbor
To start off, 2001 Ford Think Neighbor is newer by 42 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 1,997 cc, 2001 Ford Think Neighbor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Think Neighbor (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Think Neighbor should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Think Neighbor weights approximately 520 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, 2001 Ford Think Neighbor (175 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Think Neighbor 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 | 2001 Ford Think Neighbor | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Think Neighbor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2870 mm |
