1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |