1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Tempo (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, 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, 1985 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2540 mm |
