1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1952 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Golf |
Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |