1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 43 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Lupo (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 210 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, 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2002 Volkswagen Lupo (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 40 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| 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 | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 34 L |
