1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 54 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 1,423 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Citi 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 120 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
