1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 220 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1994 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Golf |
Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |