1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 26 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |
