1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 57 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. Both 1954 Austin A 40 and 2011 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 40 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, 2011 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Polo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |