1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 42 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Polo |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |