1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 34 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Polo 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 190 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1955 Austin A 40 (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Polo |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |