1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 12 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 890 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Torino |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 87 L |