1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1961 Volkswagen 1500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volkswagen 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volkswagen 1500 (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volkswagen 1500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1961 Volkswagen 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1961 Volkswagen 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |