1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Vedette weights approximately 365 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, 1956 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Vedette 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 | 1956 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Vedette |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2700 mm |