1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 35 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 85 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
