1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1949 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1949 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |