1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 59 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 604 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Passat |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |