1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 35 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 761 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, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 68 L |
