1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1968 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Fairlane (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 640 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |
