1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-150 weights approximately 206 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 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 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |