1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 25 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 50 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.
Because 1962 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva 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 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2300 mm |
