1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 538 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang 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 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 59 L |