1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana, 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Santana |
Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |