1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 304 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |