1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 35 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 215 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Parati |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2480 mm |