1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1985 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |