1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 821 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon 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 | 2005 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
