1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 32 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 155 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |