1967 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 41 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 356 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, 2008 Ford Fusion, 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion 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 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 66 L |
