1961 Austin A vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 24 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 35 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 116 L |
