1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 40 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 86 L |