1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |