1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Consul (40 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 285 kg more than 1961 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, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1954 Ford Consul | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Consul |
Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |