1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 45 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. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 224 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Polo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |