1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 54 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
