1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 982 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |