1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |