1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 916 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 55 | Routan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
