1961 Austin A vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 355 kg more than 1961 Austin A. 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A | Granada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
