1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1833 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 F-150 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 F-150 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 F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 6195 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3988 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 136 L |