1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1689 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 132 L |
