1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 46 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 137 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Lupo |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |