1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | SP2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |