1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 619 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1050 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 788 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |