1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 45 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 1,597 cc, 2006 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 484 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.
Because 1961 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Bantam (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Bantam 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 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 54 L |
