1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1988 Ford Taurus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 740 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus, 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, 1988 Ford Taurus (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
