1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 40 | Passat |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2480 mm |