1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 61 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 551 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | CC |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
