1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 1262 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 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE 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 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
