1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 50 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1017 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 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 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 142 L |