1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. Both 1960 Austin A 40 and 1995 Volkswagen Gol are equipped with a 997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Gol |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2480 mm |