1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 35 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1190 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 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer 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 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 45 L |
