1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 403 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg
Make Austin Volkswagen
Model A 40 Touareg
Year Released 1956 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 41 HP 444 HP
Torque 79 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.2:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 100 L


 

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