1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1998 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Mustang weights approximately 630 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, 1998 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Mustang 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 | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2580 mm |